A PAIR OF GEORGE III INLAID ROSEWOOD WORK TABLES Circa 1800

each of rectangular form with canted corners, the hinged top with a later penwork-decorated scene of a Classical figure of a woman and child, opening to a well, on tapering square legs joined by concave-sided box stretcher. 

Good restored condition, both with later applied drawings or prints to the tops, minor lifting and separations to veneers of tops, minor repairs to stretchers, both now with glossy finish, one with worm damage to underside
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

One of the pair is located in the Drawing Room, page 153.